Norway is appealing, yet most people skip. It is surely a life-time destination, but the fact is that it is not a budget destination. Norway is amazingly beautiful and the Norwegians are wonderful people. The beauty of this country is compelling, but even the most frugal person may find it tough to save money. Tourists wishing to visit Norway can make a stopover on the way to Sweden and there are cheap tickets to Oslo.
Typical Costs
Accommodation:Hostel dorm rooms cost per night somewhere between $35-60 USD, while a private room for a single isclose to $90 USD. Hotels double room per night start around $120 USD. You can stay for free, if you have a tent on public lands.
Typical Costs
Accommodation:Hostel dorm rooms cost per night somewhere between $35-60 USD, while a private room for a single isclose to $90 USD. Hotels double room per night start around $120 USD. You can stay for free, if you have a tent on public lands.
Food: Eating out is expensive. A fast food begins from $10 USD and a decent restaurant sit-down meal is above $35 USD and more. Burger King Value meals and McDonald’s are around $15 USD. For a cheap quick snack, check at a convenience store or some nearest grill to eat a sausage or a hot dog for $4-6 USD.
Transportation: Trains around Norway is $37-75 USD between cities. Booking early is cheaper. There are express buses connecting cities and most national parks. If you are fortunate, a ticket costing from $36-85 USD may be for as little as $10 USD. The double -decker buses are clean and modern with free tea, coffee and Wi-Fi.
Activities – Norway is the land of fjords and is a must-see. Most multi-day tours per day cost $130 USD. You can go to the fjords on day tours for $50-80 USD. Museums are $10 USD.
Money Saving Tips
· Food is expensive, so cook your own meals. Get minced chicken and skip buying fresh vegetables. Eating cheap out means the options are pizza and shwarma costing around $10 USD.
· Carry your own tent and camp in the public lands and parks. Avoid costly hostels. Save money for beer and sightseeing.
· Get tourism card: Attractions are expensive, so get a city tourism card offering free entry to attractions and free transportation. Advance transportation booking saves up to 50% of the actual bus or train ticket costs.
· Carry your own tent and camp in the public lands and parks. Avoid costly hostels. Save money for beer and sightseeing.
· Get tourism card: Attractions are expensive, so get a city tourism card offering free entry to attractions and free transportation. Advance transportation booking saves up to 50% of the actual bus or train ticket costs.